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Abstract

In this work, I describe the factors that affect the bucking of pine logs on the basis of the machine operator. The aim is to find an explanation why the bucking differs so greatly between requested length results and the actual length results in pine bucking. The used methods in this study were data from simulated pine outcomes, data from earlier length outcomes and analysis of the harvesters' PRI files. This is to identify the problem. To explain the background to the problems a qualitative research interview was used. The result has shown that there is a problem, and the reasons are lack of communication, knowledge, experience and little interest in a good pine logs bucking. The conclusion is that there are flaws but they can be corrected with an increased interest in good bucking, better communication on pine bucking, and properly designed training.